China and Philippines Clash in South China Sea Collision

China and the Philippines have traded accusations over a collision in the disputed waters of the South China Sea. Chinese vessels blocked Philippine boats supplying forces near the Second Thomas Shoal, prompting a collision between the two sides. The Philippines condemned China's "dangerous blocking maneuvers," while China claimed it was lawfully blocking the transport of "illegal construction materials." The US, Canada, Japan, and the EU expressed support for the Philippines and condemned China's actions. The incident is the latest in a series of maritime confrontations between the two countries in the South China Sea.